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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Experience
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Owen Meagher

Jersey City

Summary

Economics major with a strong foundation in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, quantitative analysis, and data interpretation. Skilled communicator with the ability to clearly present complex economic concepts in both written and verbal formats. Detail-oriented and analytical, with a proven ability to apply economic reasoning to real-world problems.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Lifeguard

Rutgers Recreation
New Brunswick
01.2026 - Current
  • Monitored pool area for emergencies to uphold safety standards.
  • Led safety drills and training sessions for staff to ensure preparedness.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of pool area to promote a safe environment.

Lifeguard

Jersey City Department Of Recreation
Jersey City
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Responded swiftly to emergencies, performing rescues to protect patrons' lives.
  • Monitored pool activities, ensuring safety of all patrons and preventing accidents.
  • Enforced facility rules and regulations, maintaining a safe environment for all users.

Cashier

Cafe Lafayette
Jersey City
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently, handling cash and card payments.
  • Greeted customers warmly, addressing concerns to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared coffee beverages, including lattes and cold brews, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area, ensuring tables were bussed and cleaned for a welcoming atmosphere.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
05-2029

High School Diploma -

St. Peter's Preparatory
Jersey City, NJ
01-2025

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Strong communicator
  • Market analysis

Volunteer Experience

  • SPECIAL NEEDS VOLUNTEER, Liquid Church, 01/2021, Present, Paired up with special needs children to make them feel welcomed and comfortable., Worked with elementary school kids through activities and connected with children through jokes and other activities.
  • CONSTRUCTION WORK, Habitat for Humanity, Paterson, NJ, 01/2022, 12/2022, Installed insulation in a home constructed for affordable housing.
  • FOOD PACKING, Rise Up To Hunger, 01/2023, 12/2024, Helped pack over 150,000 meals as a volunteer for families in need during the wintertime.
  • CONSTRUCTION WORK & CLEAN UP, Putney Travel, Comunidad de Parcelas de Monseñor, Costa Rica, 01/2023, 12/2023, Cleaned and painted a church and a bridge in a small town in Costa Rica as part of a clean up campaign., Planted trees in order to help keep a watering hole healthy.
  • HOMELESSNESS ADVOCACY, Covenant House New Jersey, 01/2024, 12/2024, Slept outside in the school parking lot to raise money as part of an advocacy campaign for youth homelessness.
  • SPOKESPERSON, St. Peter's Prep Annual Fund, Featured in online campaign to raise money for my school.

Accomplishments

Harvey Schwartz Scholar - Full Merit Based Scholarship at Rutgers University

Timeline

Lifeguard

Rutgers Recreation
01.2026 - Current

Lifeguard

Jersey City Department Of Recreation
05.2025 - 08.2025

Cashier

Cafe Lafayette
01.2023 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Rutgers University

High School Diploma -

St. Peter's Preparatory
Owen Meagher